Emotionally Focused Therapists in San Francisco, CA
I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy and counseling to help people create more fulfilling lives. I believe we all have the potential to feel alive, satisfied and successful in our selves, work and relationships. I am a warm, interactive and collaborative ally who will help you create more resilience and satisfaction in your life. Whether it's relationships, work, anxiety, stress or other challenges, we will work together to clear the obstacles between you and the life you are seeking. I love the work that I do with clients, and feel so lucky to have this career.
I have over 20 years of experience providing therapy and counseling to help people create more fulfilling lives. I believe we all have the potential to feel alive, satisfied and successful in our selves, work and relationships. I am a warm, interactive and collaborative ally who will help you create more resilience and satisfaction in your life. Whether it's relationships, work, anxiety, stress or other challenges, we will work together to clear the obstacles between you and the life you are seeking. I love the work that I do with clients, and feel so lucky to have this career.
My mission is to help you notice the beliefs, fears, and expectations you’ve carried, often without realizing they were never fully yours, and gently begin to release what no longer serves or belongs to you.
Many of my clients are immigrants, children of immigrants, or people navigating multicultural identities who are looking for a therapist who truly understands those experiences.
I work with English and Spanish-speaking clients and I bring a multicultural lens shaped by my own identity and by years of practicing therapy in different countries.
My mission is to help you notice the beliefs, fears, and expectations you’ve carried, often without realizing they were never fully yours, and gently begin to release what no longer serves or belongs to you.
Many of my clients are immigrants, children of immigrants, or people navigating multicultural identities who are looking for a therapist who truly understands those experiences.
I work with English and Spanish-speaking clients and I bring a multicultural lens shaped by my own identity and by years of practicing therapy in different countries.
I apply attachment theory, solution focused therapy, emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma focused therapy to help you learn the skills to strengthen your self esteem and resolve personal conflicts.
Does it feel like life is becoming unmanageable and overwhelming your ability to engage in your daily routines, maintain a work-life balance, manage relationships with significant others or even enjoy things you used to like doing because you feel unmotivated or anxious and isolating more than you'd like? Most of us at some point may feel uncomfortable emotions that can take us out of our center and lead us astray, sometimes even to dark places. I can help you find your center, restore stability to your life, and resolve past wounds still hurting you. I'm open for brief consults and try to work with your busy schedule.
I apply attachment theory, solution focused therapy, emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma focused therapy to help you learn the skills to strengthen your self esteem and resolve personal conflicts.
Does it feel like life is becoming unmanageable and overwhelming your ability to engage in your daily routines, maintain a work-life balance, manage relationships with significant others or even enjoy things you used to like doing because you feel unmotivated or anxious and isolating more than you'd like? Most of us at some point may feel uncomfortable emotions that can take us out of our center and lead us astray, sometimes even to dark places. I can help you find your center, restore stability to your life, and resolve past wounds still hurting you. I'm open for brief consults and try to work with your busy schedule.
Beneath our struggles, there is often a deeper longing waiting to be heard. I believe anxiety, self-doubt, depression, and other forms of suffering can carry important truths about what hurts, what matters, and what is asking to be expressed. I work with people navigating social anxiety, existential concerns, and the sense that they have lost touch with true self. I welcome those who feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or silenced, including those impacted by bullying, abuse, body image wounds, or a harsh inner critic. Together, we can create a space for self-understanding, healing, and a more authentic relationship with your self.
Beneath our struggles, there is often a deeper longing waiting to be heard. I believe anxiety, self-doubt, depression, and other forms of suffering can carry important truths about what hurts, what matters, and what is asking to be expressed. I work with people navigating social anxiety, existential concerns, and the sense that they have lost touch with true self. I welcome those who feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or silenced, including those impacted by bullying, abuse, body image wounds, or a harsh inner critic. Together, we can create a space for self-understanding, healing, and a more authentic relationship with your self.
In a field with very few recognized experts, Dr. Lee is an acknowledged professional in the assessment and treatment of persons with addictive sexual disorders and domestic violence.Clients come to us for professional and compassionate guidance in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for their success.
In a field with very few recognized experts, Dr. Lee is an acknowledged professional in the assessment and treatment of persons with addictive sexual disorders and domestic violence.Clients come to us for professional and compassionate guidance in creating the most appropriate treatment plan for their success.
I offer a holistic approach, drawing on depth psychology, somatics, spirituality, psychedelic medicine, relational theory and social justice activism in my work with patients. I am interested in working closely with adults, adolescents and couples, supporting them in their development and helping them reach their goals.
I offer a holistic approach, drawing on depth psychology, somatics, spirituality, psychedelic medicine, relational theory and social justice activism in my work with patients. I am interested in working closely with adults, adolescents and couples, supporting them in their development and helping them reach their goals.
Are you a part of a community, in a relationship, a family, or a line of work that used to feel supportive but now feels costly? Do you feel like you are performing, on guard, or run down as a result? Do you feel unable to change because the stakes are so high? I understand and walk the complicated terrain of change with my clients. Many are men, gay men and LGBTQ+ people seeking support in affirming their identity, navigating relationships, family, or religious environments, couples entering a new season or seeking to improve trust and communication, those navigating career, family, and mid life, cult survivors.
Are you a part of a community, in a relationship, a family, or a line of work that used to feel supportive but now feels costly? Do you feel like you are performing, on guard, or run down as a result? Do you feel unable to change because the stakes are so high? I understand and walk the complicated terrain of change with my clients. Many are men, gay men and LGBTQ+ people seeking support in affirming their identity, navigating relationships, family, or religious environments, couples entering a new season or seeking to improve trust and communication, those navigating career, family, and mid life, cult survivors.
Have you been feeling extra anxious lately? Or like things feel more out of control now than they ever have before? If so, you’re not alone. With the increasing demands of day-to-day life, it’s no wonder more and more people are reaching out for help. Taking that first step can be daunting, but I’m here to lighten the load. I use a collaborative, integrative approach to help individuals and couples find their peace. I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues.
Have you been feeling extra anxious lately? Or like things feel more out of control now than they ever have before? If so, you’re not alone. With the increasing demands of day-to-day life, it’s no wonder more and more people are reaching out for help. Taking that first step can be daunting, but I’m here to lighten the load. I use a collaborative, integrative approach to help individuals and couples find their peace. I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and relationship issues.
I also incorporate elements of solution-focused and emotionally focused approaches where they serve the work.
Most couples who find their way here have already tried talking it through — and keep ending up in the same place. The problem usually isn't effort or intention. It's that they're missing a framework built on what actually works. I'm a Gottman Method Level 3 practitioner with 15 years teaching communication at NYU Tisch. I work with couples navigating conflict, emotional distance, eroded trust, and affair recovery — and with individuals dealing with anxiety, burnout, and major life transitions.
I also incorporate elements of solution-focused and emotionally focused approaches where they serve the work.
Most couples who find their way here have already tried talking it through — and keep ending up in the same place. The problem usually isn't effort or intention. It's that they're missing a framework built on what actually works. I'm a Gottman Method Level 3 practitioner with 15 years teaching communication at NYU Tisch. I work with couples navigating conflict, emotional distance, eroded trust, and affair recovery — and with individuals dealing with anxiety, burnout, and major life transitions.
As a Jungian analyst I welcome your dreams, reveries and expressive arts. Sandplay may be integrated into talking together about life - past present future. Working with the unconscious is a resource for healing and growth. Images from dreams, sandplay and art are used to explore deeper meanings and to elucidate present concerns. I believe in a growth oriented model for therapy, viewing problems-in-living as an opportunity to promote self-development, growth, and healing.
As a Jungian analyst I welcome your dreams, reveries and expressive arts. Sandplay may be integrated into talking together about life - past present future. Working with the unconscious is a resource for healing and growth. Images from dreams, sandplay and art are used to explore deeper meanings and to elucidate present concerns. I believe in a growth oriented model for therapy, viewing problems-in-living as an opportunity to promote self-development, growth, and healing.
I believe in the powerful abilities of a positive therapeutic relationship. I want clients to look forward to coming each week and to feel safe in our space. I appreciate when clients are not afraid to admit what they don't know and are open to new perspectives or experimenting with new ways of doing things. I do not have all the answers and it will likely be you, with my guidance that taps into the answers that are already there. I have a good sense of humor and believe that using a mix of humor, honesty, reflection and compassion can have the greatest impact on helping us heal our hearts and live our best lives.
I believe in the powerful abilities of a positive therapeutic relationship. I want clients to look forward to coming each week and to feel safe in our space. I appreciate when clients are not afraid to admit what they don't know and are open to new perspectives or experimenting with new ways of doing things. I do not have all the answers and it will likely be you, with my guidance that taps into the answers that are already there. I have a good sense of humor and believe that using a mix of humor, honesty, reflection and compassion can have the greatest impact on helping us heal our hearts and live our best lives.
As a gay therapist focused on LGBTQ+ mental health, I bring a deep understanding and professional experience to help gay, bi and queer men shift to a healthier mindset, find meaning and purpose, and create a connected, fulfilling life. Whether you’re working through life transitions or seeking deeper connections and fulfillment, I will guide you every step of the way. I provide a safe and welcoming space to help you process emotions, find clarity, and build resilience. Therapy isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about moving toward a brighter future and embracing your story.
As a gay therapist focused on LGBTQ+ mental health, I bring a deep understanding and professional experience to help gay, bi and queer men shift to a healthier mindset, find meaning and purpose, and create a connected, fulfilling life. Whether you’re working through life transitions or seeking deeper connections and fulfillment, I will guide you every step of the way. I provide a safe and welcoming space to help you process emotions, find clarity, and build resilience. Therapy isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about moving toward a brighter future and embracing your story.
Therapy is a confidential space to explore areas where you are feeling stuck, experiencing difficulty, or contemplating change, with the goal of feeling more confident and whole as a person. I work with adult individuals who seek a deeper understanding of, and relief from, their suffering: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship problems, spiritual/existential questions, and various forms of addiction. Many times, addiction is accompanied by interactions with the legal system and therapy can be a safe space to process thoughts and feelings about legal problems or incarceration.
Therapy is a confidential space to explore areas where you are feeling stuck, experiencing difficulty, or contemplating change, with the goal of feeling more confident and whole as a person. I work with adult individuals who seek a deeper understanding of, and relief from, their suffering: depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship problems, spiritual/existential questions, and various forms of addiction. Many times, addiction is accompanied by interactions with the legal system and therapy can be a safe space to process thoughts and feelings about legal problems or incarceration.
Are you struggling to navigate the grief of losing someone close to you? Are you feeling lost and unsure how to move forward? Whether you’re navigating grief, life transitions, or exploring your identity, I work alongside you as both a partner and advocate. I support individuals in reconnecting with their authentic selves and building lives that feel aligned with their values and grounded in purpose.
Are you struggling to navigate the grief of losing someone close to you? Are you feeling lost and unsure how to move forward? Whether you’re navigating grief, life transitions, or exploring your identity, I work alongside you as both a partner and advocate. I support individuals in reconnecting with their authentic selves and building lives that feel aligned with their values and grounded in purpose.
My approach to my work with clients is warm and engaging, honest and straightforward. Together we can explore the areas of your life that you have concerns about so that we can identify and understand what is getting in your way. We will work collaboratively in a non-judgmental atmosphere that is individually tailored to your needs. Engaging in a focused and thoughtful therapy process can help you gain clarity about yourself and your relationships, develop new emotional skills and capacities, and overall cultivate a more fulfilling life.
My approach to my work with clients is warm and engaging, honest and straightforward. Together we can explore the areas of your life that you have concerns about so that we can identify and understand what is getting in your way. We will work collaboratively in a non-judgmental atmosphere that is individually tailored to your needs. Engaging in a focused and thoughtful therapy process can help you gain clarity about yourself and your relationships, develop new emotional skills and capacities, and overall cultivate a more fulfilling life.
Claudia Sinay-Mosias, Mft Online Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MHS, LFMT
Online Only
I specialize in treating survivors of NPD and other personality disorders, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. I am also very interested in what it means and how to become, a fully functioning human being, emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. In this world that has been accelerating at a pace beyond our expectations and sometimes our ability to cope,how do we find peace, happiness and fulfillment, or at least the absence of anxiety and depression? Locked within our own personal stories lie the answer to these questions. Whatever "pathology" you present with can be turned into a "path" toward healing.
I specialize in treating survivors of NPD and other personality disorders, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. I am also very interested in what it means and how to become, a fully functioning human being, emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually. In this world that has been accelerating at a pace beyond our expectations and sometimes our ability to cope,how do we find peace, happiness and fulfillment, or at least the absence of anxiety and depression? Locked within our own personal stories lie the answer to these questions. Whatever "pathology" you present with can be turned into a "path" toward healing.
Lauren LaPointe
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA
San Francisco, CA 94118
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Struggling with depression, anxiety, a major life transition or grief? Feeling stuck in therapy or unsure if it’s still helping? I offer a safe and inclusive space where you can explore your unique challenges and what tools may best support you. Whether navigating life transitions, understanding family dynamics, processing trauma, or even exploring the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy, I’m here to support you. If you’re seeking to deepen your self-understanding and heal from past experiences, let’s work together to find a path toward emotional wellness and fulfillment
Struggling with depression, anxiety, a major life transition or grief? Feeling stuck in therapy or unsure if it’s still helping? I offer a safe and inclusive space where you can explore your unique challenges and what tools may best support you. Whether navigating life transitions, understanding family dynamics, processing trauma, or even exploring the potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy, I’m here to support you. If you’re seeking to deepen your self-understanding and heal from past experiences, let’s work together to find a path toward emotional wellness and fulfillment
I've created a unique, multi-disciplinary approach that addresses issues in two or more of these areas simultaneously using evidence-based, cutting-edge modalities such as IFS (Internal Family Systems), Brainspotting (for trauma and anxiety) and EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy) for relationship challenges.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I feel honored whenever people allow me into their lives—especially when they don’t know me. As a therapist, my primary areas of focus are trauma, addictions, anxiety and relationships.
I've created a unique, multi-disciplinary approach that addresses issues in two or more of these areas simultaneously using evidence-based, cutting-edge modalities such as IFS (Internal Family Systems), Brainspotting (for trauma and anxiety) and EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy) for relationship challenges.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I feel honored whenever people allow me into their lives—especially when they don’t know me. As a therapist, my primary areas of focus are trauma, addictions, anxiety and relationships.
I help high-functioning individuals and couples who look capable on the outside but feel stuck, anxious, disconnected, or caught in painful patterns underneath. You may be dealing with overthinking, harsh self-criticism, relationship conflict, or a persistent sense that something deeper isn't working despite your efforts. Therapy becomes a place to slow down, understand what is driving these patterns, and build the capacity for more grounded, lasting change.
I help high-functioning individuals and couples who look capable on the outside but feel stuck, anxious, disconnected, or caught in painful patterns underneath. You may be dealing with overthinking, harsh self-criticism, relationship conflict, or a persistent sense that something deeper isn't working despite your efforts. Therapy becomes a place to slow down, understand what is driving these patterns, and build the capacity for more grounded, lasting change.
I am a licensed psychologist in the State of California with over a decade of experience as a psychotherapist, having worked in both the Bay Area and my home country of Hungary. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help uncover their emotional and personal truth. I help my clients in working through relationship issues, identity challenges, and mitigate mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and eating disorders. In addition to my private practice, I am currently employed as a clinical psychologist at an Intensive Outpatient Program, where I specialize in the treatment of severe eating disorders.
I am a licensed psychologist in the State of California with over a decade of experience as a psychotherapist, having worked in both the Bay Area and my home country of Hungary. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help uncover their emotional and personal truth. I help my clients in working through relationship issues, identity challenges, and mitigate mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and eating disorders. In addition to my private practice, I am currently employed as a clinical psychologist at an Intensive Outpatient Program, where I specialize in the treatment of severe eating disorders.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.